Map of The Rediscovery Forest at Oregon Garden

Key.

1. Christmas Tree Showcase
The Pacific Northwest is a large supplier of Christmas trees. Discover what trees grow where. The showcase contains over 12 common species.
2. Creating a Forest
See how a new forest is started and what it takes to keep it growing. The forests range from 1 to 15 years old, and demonstrate forest regeneration techniques and processes.
3. Every Tree the Same Age
This forested area features Douglas-fir trees of the same age and is called even-aged. Even-aged forest systems are used to maximize wood volume and value on a relatively short rotation. This area is thinned to maintain tree vigor and health prior to a final harvest clearcut around 2028.
4. Teaming Up with Mother Nature
This seed tree forest is an evenaged forest that is thinned but has a longer harvest rotation. At harvest, selected seed trees are left for regeneration.
5. Different Ages and Stages
This is an uneven-aged forest displaying a variety of tree ages, sizes, and species. The area will not be clearcut, but managed with thinnings adding to the diversity of the unit.
6. Unmanaged Forest
Learn what the Rediscovery Forest would look like and how the trees are affected when a forest is not managed.
7. Meadow for Meandering
Wander through the Oregon white oak meadow and see firsthand the succession of Douglas-fir to an oak forest.
8. Christmas Tree Plantation
Discover what it takes to grow Douglas-fir and noble fir Christmas trees. Watch for opportunities to take part in culturing these trees as they grow.
9. Oregon 's Hardwood Forest
A variety of native hardwoods are growing in this unit. Learn the markets and uses for hardwoods in Oregon.
10. Poplar Plantation
Find out how a poplar grows taller than 8 feet its first year and what products are made from the hybrid trees.
11. Demonstration and Forest Picnic Area
Watch for live demonstrations, classes, and events or use this area for your next family reunion or company picnic.